Food Sustainability Coordinator

Weber State University; Ogden, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a Food Sustainability Coordinator to support the Sustainability Manager and lead the Food Recovery Network activities. The role includes managing volunteers, coordinating with partners, and driving food donation efforts through the Weber Cares Pantry.

The position emphasizes data collection for reporting, committee leadership, and community engagement, with the chance to influence the campus sustainability program and related events.

Qualifications

• Must be a current WSU student with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and the Adobe Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, including but not limited to: technical writing, computer skills, public speaking, and oral presentation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the food sustainability goals in WSU’s Sustainability Plan.
• Serve as the Food Recovery Network President: manage volunteers and coordinate with Sodexo, Lantern House, and Weber Cares pantry for food recoveries.
• Engage with FRN National: attend events and explore grant opportunities.
• Lead the food sustainability committee: organize meetings, plan agendas, and distribute minutes.
• Collect and analyze data for WSU’s STARS report on food sustainability.
• Act as VP of the Environmental Ambassadors Club: recruit volunteers and run related events.
• Assist with community garden management and provisioning fresh produce for Weber Cares Pantry.
• Support marketing and education for Weber Cares Pantry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Oral communication

Organized

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Suite

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Food Sustainability Coordinator

Requisition Number

H00630P

Position Category

Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week

20

Months per year

12

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

$13.50

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Food Sustainability Coordinator will assist the Sustainability Manager with the implementation of WSU’s food sustainability plan. They will also be responsible for serving as the president of WSU’s Food Recovery Network which reduces food waste by coordinating with Dining Services to have leftover food donated to the Weber Cares Pantry or local homeless shelters. Specifically, this position is responsible for the following:

• a. Take the lead implementing the food sustainability goals and objectives in WSU’s Sustainability Plan.
• b. Serve as WSU’s Food Recovery Network President: manage volunteers and coordinate with Sodexo, Lantern House, and Weber Cares pantry for food recoveries.
• c. Regularly engage with FRN National: attend events, be on the look‑out for grant opportunities, etc.
• d. Serve as WSU’s food sustainability committee leader: organize meetings, plan agendas, and send out minutes.
• e. Collect and analyze food sustainability data for WSU’s STARS report.
• f. Serve as the food sustainability Vice President within the Environmental Ambassadors Club: plan, recruit volunteers, and implement food sustainability-related events. Assist with the planning and execution of all other Environmental Ambassador Club events.
• g. As time permits, assist with WSU community garden management and work to make fresh produce available through the Weber Cares Pantry.
• h. Assist with Weber Cares Pantry marketing and education.

Required Qualifications

• - Must be a current WSU student with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Preferred Qualifications

• - Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and the Adobe Suite
• - Excellent communication skills, including but not limited to: technical writing, computer skills, public speaking, and oral presentation
• - Excellent interpersonal skills
• - Self‑motivated and organized

Due to the Affordable Care Act ( ACA ), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents